The 2027 NFL Draft is already shaping up to be a great draft according to NFL scouts, and it starts with two generational talents at wide receiver. Jeremiah Smith of Ohio State and Ryan Williams of Alabama headline a class that deliver some top WR talent into the NFL.

Jeremiah Smith, Ohio State’s latest superstar, is continuing the Buckeyes’ tradition of producing elite receivers. At 6-foot-3 and 214 pounds, he brings the prototype combination of size, speed, and body control that every NFL scout dreams of. Smith recorded 76 catches for 1,315 yards and 15 touchdowns last season, numbers that have already drawn comparisons to Julio Jones and Calvin Johnson.

He enters his third season as the top prospect on nearly every 2027 draft board because of his discipline, balance through contact, and fluid route running. Analysts across ESPN, PFF, and NFL scouting departments agree that Smith has been NFL-ready since his freshman season. His blend of explosion and polish makes him one of those rare players who can dominate any coverage he faces.​

Ryan Williams of Alabama has taken his own electric path to stardom. Listed at 6-foot and 175 pounds, Williams burst onto the college scene as a teenager and has already earned a reputation as one of the most dangerous open-field playmakers in the nation. During his breakout campaign, he totaled 865 receiving yards on just 48 catches, scoring seven touchdowns and averaging an elite 18 yards per reception.

His acceleration and smooth route transitions have drawn comparisons to DeVonta Smith, but with even more top-end burst and fluidity. Williams’ game is built on suddenness and vision, giving him an uncanny ability to separate from defenders in tight quarters.​​

Both players embody what modern offenses crave: versatility, speed, and intelligence. NFL evaluators rave about Smith’s ability to run every route on the tree, while Williams brings creativity after the catch and the ability to stretch defenses vertically. As ESPN’s recent draft analysis highlighted, this pair is not only expected to go inside the top five but could define a new era of receiver dominance.​

With these two standout receivers leading the way, the 2027 NFL Draft promises to be a wide receiver showcase at the highest level. The game’s future playmakers are already here, and their rise underscores just how bright the next generation of football truly looks.